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FORT WALTON BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Sights and Attractions in Fort Walton Beach |
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| If you're planning a family outing during your vacation, there are several options in and around Fort Walton Beach that will please those of all ages. |
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Florida's Gulfarium
Gator Beach
The Track Family Recreation Center
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
U.S. Air Force Armament Museum
Indian Temple Mound and Museum
Emerald Coast Science Center
The Zoo
The Arts Center at Okaloosa-Walton College
Northwest Florida Ballet |
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| Florida's Gulfarium |
| The Gulfarium, the world’s 2nd oldest marine park, offers daily dolphin, sea lion and multi-species shows, as well as interactive encounters with dolphins. You can even participate in the Dolphin Interaction Program where you get into the water with one of the Pan-tropical, spotted dolphins named Kiwi. See dolphin stars Princess and Delilah attempt feats from comedic soccer games to 18-foot leaps toward the clouds. The complex also boasts of penguins, otters, alligators and a touch pool where you can experience sea life first hand. The park is open mid-May to Labor Day, daily from 9 AM to 6 PM. Gates close at 8 PM. From Labor Day to mid-May the park is open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, with gates closing at 6 PM. Admission is $17 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for children 4-11. The Dolphin Encounter costs $100. |
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| Gator Beach |
| The regions’ only alligator attraction, Gator Beach offers a unique environment for viewing live alligators. There is no admission charge to Gator Beach and your family can participate in a free alligator show, too. Gator Beach features over 100 live alligators. Feed the alligators in a safe environment, from 11 AM – 5 PM daily. Stroll through the Florida’s wildlife exhibit area and have your picture taken while holding a live alligator. Gator Shows take place daily from 12 - 4 PM. Gator Beach is located at Fudpucker's in Destin. |
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| The Track Family Recreation Center |
| The Track Family Recreation Center is packed with action for kids as well as adults. Activities include go-carting, rollercoaster rides, bumper boats, miniature golf, Kids Country rides, bumper boats and lots more. Each attraction requires a different number of tickets and has different height/weight requirements. Discounted tickets can be purchased online in advance of your visit. Be sure to check the center’s hours in advance of planning a visit. |
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| Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park |
| Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park has more than 40 water attractions and rides. Also at the park are 3 rivers, speed slides, white water tubing, wave pools, 3 tropical mini golf courses, 2 go cart tracks and more. Discover the largest manmade waterfall, Tiagra Falls, which pumps 30,000 gallons of water per minute. Other attractions include the Grand Prix Raceway, the Cyclone, the Sky Coaster, Super Speed Raceway, and the Pakali Arcade. Tickets to Big Kahuna’s for all day admission, open to close, are $34 for adults, $29 for senior citizens (62 years and over) and children. Children 2 and under are free. Late admission tickets, for 3 hours before closing, are available, as are group and military discounts. Season passes are also available. |
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| U.S. Air Force Armament Museum |
| Located on the world's largest air base, Eglin Air Force Base, the museum traces military developments from World War II to Operation Desert Storm. Reconnaissance, fighter and bomber planes, including the SR-71 Blackbird spy plane, are on display. Take the kids to for a close up look of those high flying machines. Admission is free. The museum is open daily from 9.30 AM to 4.30 PM. |
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| Indian Temple Mound and Museum |
| The 6,000-piece exhibit, showcasing America’s largest collection of Southeastern Indian ceramic artifacts, journeys through 10,000 years of 4 prehistoric tribes. The largest Indian mound discovered along saltwater (1400 A.D.) stands guard beside the museum. Admission to the park is free, while entry to the museum is $2 for adults and $1 for children 6-17. Park opens daily from dawn till dusk. The museum is open Monday – Friday from 11 AM to 4 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 4 PM from September to May. During the months of June, July and August, the museum is open Monday - Saturday from 9 AM to 4.30 PM and on Sundays from 12.30 PM to 4.30 PM. |
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| Emerald Coast Science Center |
| The Emerald Coast Science Center stimulates the visitor’s imagination. See exhibits such as a reflecting Castle of Mirrors, "adult-sized" bubble makers, a hair-raising Vandergraph generator, a flight demonstration wind tunnel and the electrifying Illuma Storm. The Nature Discovery Room features live animals. With over 250 interactive exhibits, you can learn more about natural phenomena and basic scientific principles. The science center is open daily, year-round, from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays and 11 AM to 4 PM on weekends. It is closed on New Year’s, Easter, Independence, Thanksgiving and Christmas Days. Admission is $5 for adults; $3.50 for children ages 4-17, $4 seniors 55 and older, and free for children age 3 and under. Admission is free for mothers on Mother’s Day, fathers on Father’s Day and grandparents on Grandparent’s Day. |
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| The Zoo |
| The Zoo, 15 miles west of Fort Walton Beach, is home to more that 750 animals. There you can see lowland gorillas, giraffes, white tigers and over 100 species of birds. Ride the Safari Line Train, or stroll through the wildlife preserve on an elevated boardwalk. Observe animals roaming free on over 30 acres. Botanical gardens, a petting zoo and carousel rides await you. The zoo is open daily, weather permitting, from 9 AM to 4 PM. The zoo is closed on the day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day. Admission prices are $10.95 for those 12 – 61 years old, $7.95 for children ages 3 – 11 and $9.95 for senior citizens 62 years and older. |
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| The Arts Center at Okaloosa-Walton College |
| The Arts Center presents a wide spectrum of artistic performances in several venues, including the Mainstage Theatre, the setting for touring Broadway and guest events; the Sprint Theatre, a 200-seat black box theatre; Tyler Recital Hall; and the Amphitheatre, which hosts outdoor concerts with seating for up to 3,000 on neatly manicured grounds. The Arts Center also has a recording studio, a dance studio and art galleries that showcase artists' exhibits. The box office hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Tickets are available 90 minutes prior to the performance time. Tickets may be purchased in advance via the Internet. |
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| Northwest Florida Ballet |
| The longest running arts organization in northwest Florida, the Northwest Florida Ballet is a semi-professional company that provides cultural enrichment for communities throughout Northwest Florida. The company presents many productions each season, including The Nutcracker and other classics, as well as mixed repertory programs with live music. During the spring, the ballet presents free outdoor performances in area parks. Box office prices for regularly scheduled performances are $30 for adults and $15 for children. Prices for The Nutcracker are $35 for adults and $18 for children. |
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